Chiles Rellenos (Keto Modified)
Stuffed Peppers (No Rice or Tortillas)
Yes, with a tweak: confirm the egg batter is not heavily floured (just whipped egg). About 13g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Guatemalan food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Bell peppers (or sometimes güisquil/chayote) stuffed with a savory mixture of ground beef or pork, sometimes with finely diced vegetables. These are then lightly battered with an egg coating, fried, and served in a mild tomato sauce. The keto version omits the traditional rice and tortillas, and monitors the batter and sauce for hidden carbs.
Key ingredients
Bell peppers, ground beef or pork, onion, garlic, tomatoes, eggs, olive oil. (Filling sometimes includes small amounts of carrots/peas, which should be minimized or omitted for keto).
How to make it keto
Confirm the egg batter is not heavily floured (just whipped egg). Explicitly request no rice or tortillas on the side. Inquire about sugar in the tomato sauce and ask for it to be reduced or omitted if possible. Request no carrots or peas in the filling if possible.
Watch out for
Flour in the egg batter. Sugar in tomato sauce. Small amounts of carrots/peas in the filling. Traditional high-carb sides (rice, tortillas).
Macros are estimates for a typical serving and vary by restaurant. Confirm ingredients with staff, especially if you have allergies. Our ingredient lists are generated automatically and describe how a dish is typically made.
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